News and events

12 May 2023

Sydney-led cancer risk research named as 'Paper of the Year'

Researchers from the University of Sydney identify connections between cancer risk factors, including diabetes and alcohol consumption.

10 May 2023

Culture change needed for a person-centred approach in nursing

Professor Brendan McCormack, Head of the Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery leads a call to action this International Nurses Day.

05 May 2023

Sydney spinout lands $273m deal to develop drugs for psychiatric disorders

Compounds developed by Professor Michael Kassiou's drug discovery team for Kinoxis Therapeutics will be used to target oxytocin receptors with the aim of creating medicine to treat schizophrenia, depression and other neuropsychiatric illness.

04 May 2023

Innovation Hub opens first stage of the Sydney Biomedical Accelerator

First space to open at the Sydney Biomedical Accelerator will allow researchers, clinicians and industry partners to generate ideas, form new partnerships and accelerate innovation.

03 May 2023

Can vaping help people quit smoking? It's unlikely

Many who vape saying they are trying to quit or to cut down on cigarettes, but how effective are vapes in quitting or helping smokers cut back? Emeritus Professor Simon Chapman goes through the evidence.